Quiz week 4-Elizabeths government. Flashcards
Where was the Elizabethan government centred?
On the Monarch it was believed she had a “divine right”
Who did Elizabeth need permission from to be able to raise taxes?
The government.
What was the Privy council made form?
Elizabeth’s leading advisors. They oversaw law and order.
What did the Justices of peace do?
Heard court cases for Elizabeth and made sure that her policies were carried out.
What did the Lord Lieutenants do?
Were in charge of raising local militia and overseeing England’s defences.
What was the courts role, and what were they made up of?
Made up of people who lived near the queen. They showed off wealth and entertained her.
What was the Queen allowed to do?
To declare war, grant titles and land, call or dismiss parliament and reject laws.
